2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Stilo | Berline |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |